From them you can guess what is behind the gates of the houses, who lived on the streets of the city... 
The first devices for protecting pedestrian areas appeared in the Roman Empire. Over time, heavy carts and elegant carriages gave way to cars, but bollards and columns still decorate the streets of modern cities.
Czech Republic, Prague 
There are sculpture columns in front of the Prague Academy of Musical Arts. The iron mask is a symbol of the academy's educational theater.
France, Strasbourg 
It looks like a lighthouse. It is located in a neighborhood with many canals, and used to be home to boatmen and fishermen.
Sweden, Stockholm 
A stone statue of a lion blocks the passage along Drottninggatan ("Queen's Street"). The predator standing in front of the royal palace is the unofficial symbol of Stockholm.
Latvia, Riga 
In the Old Town you can see pedestals decorated with lion heads. Her image has been on the city's coat of arms since 1330 and symbolizes the bravery of Riga residents.
Spain, Tarragona 
Parked cars literally paralyzed traffic on the city streets. Residents managed to win a case in court against the mayor's office and have been celebrating this event every year since then. The townspeople set up tables on the street, repaint the pillars and invite musicians.
Ireland, Cork 
In the 16th century, guns were cast here, and near the city, in the town of Ballincollig, there was a Royal Gunpowder Factory. Here, a cannon barrel is built into the pavement.
Spain, San Sadurni d'Anoia 
It is in this town, located in the Catalan wine region of Penedes, that 95% of Spanish sparkling wines are produced. It’s no wonder that this column is shaped like a cork from a bottle of sparkling wine.
Italy, Pisa 
The column is decorated with an ornament in the form of acanthus leaves (bear's paw). This plant was considered a symbol of triumph and overcoming life's challenges.
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